I have puffy nipples and I went to see a government plastic surgeon. After scanning she told me that the glandular tissue is about 2.5cm. She recommended that I skip the surgery as it is very mild. And if I really insist on doing it, it will be removed by liposuction and a "divider" to shave the tissues. No incision will be done. 1. Should I do the surgery? 2. Can liposuction really remove glandular tissues? 3. What is the size of the normal male breast tissue? 4. will there be scars?
Answer: About the Gynecomastia Surgical Techniques Several common factors can cause gynecomastia including excessive levels of #estrogen, natural #hormone changes, use of recreational drugs or alcohol, medications and their associated side effects, and, various health conditions. Also, there are different types of #gynecomastia.There are three types of surgical #treatment #options available that treat gynecomastia. Your board-certified plastic surgeon will recommend the type best suited for you.
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Answer: About the Gynecomastia Surgical Techniques Several common factors can cause gynecomastia including excessive levels of #estrogen, natural #hormone changes, use of recreational drugs or alcohol, medications and their associated side effects, and, various health conditions. Also, there are different types of #gynecomastia.There are three types of surgical #treatment #options available that treat gynecomastia. Your board-certified plastic surgeon will recommend the type best suited for you.
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May 24, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia and Liposuction Liposuction can be used to remove fat, but it is not effective in removing glandular tissue. I'm not sure what exactly she meant by a "divider" but there are some techniques that use an endoscopic shaver to remove the dense glandular tissue. The amount of glandular tissue in males varies widely, but if it is causing a distortion, one can consider surgical resection. In very mild cases, there may be little room for improvement and this would make the (small) risks of surgery outweigh the potential benefits. As far as whether to do the surgery, that is a very personal decision you should make based on the risks and benefits presented to you by your surgeon. If you are unsure after your visit, you can consider seeking a second opinion. With regards to scars, there are always small scars, even with just liposuction, but with gynecomastia in general, the scars are usually very small and inconspicuous.
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May 24, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia and Liposuction Liposuction can be used to remove fat, but it is not effective in removing glandular tissue. I'm not sure what exactly she meant by a "divider" but there are some techniques that use an endoscopic shaver to remove the dense glandular tissue. The amount of glandular tissue in males varies widely, but if it is causing a distortion, one can consider surgical resection. In very mild cases, there may be little room for improvement and this would make the (small) risks of surgery outweigh the potential benefits. As far as whether to do the surgery, that is a very personal decision you should make based on the risks and benefits presented to you by your surgeon. If you are unsure after your visit, you can consider seeking a second opinion. With regards to scars, there are always small scars, even with just liposuction, but with gynecomastia in general, the scars are usually very small and inconspicuous.
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January 2, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia The answer is sometimes yes, but maybe not. In most patients with gynecomastia there are both glandular and fat components. Dense, firm glandular tissue does not respond well to liposuction alone, whereas fat can be treated nicely with liposuction. If the glandular component is fairly small and the fatty component is larger, liposuction alone can make a worthwhile impact in selected cases. In most patients, both components need to be addressed. Typically this means partial resection of the glandular component combined with liposuction for the fatty component.
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January 2, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia The answer is sometimes yes, but maybe not. In most patients with gynecomastia there are both glandular and fat components. Dense, firm glandular tissue does not respond well to liposuction alone, whereas fat can be treated nicely with liposuction. If the glandular component is fairly small and the fatty component is larger, liposuction alone can make a worthwhile impact in selected cases. In most patients, both components need to be addressed. Typically this means partial resection of the glandular component combined with liposuction for the fatty component.
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March 10, 2015
Answer: Glandular tissue It is important to understand liposuction removes fat and surgery removes glandular tissue (which is firm, more dense). Gynecomastia can be observed if it isn't bothersome. It's a cosmetic procedure. Anytime there is surgery there will be scars. The scars are generally well hidden or camouflaged around the areola. This is the trade-off. So in very mild cases, it may make more sense to wait.
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March 10, 2015
Answer: Glandular tissue It is important to understand liposuction removes fat and surgery removes glandular tissue (which is firm, more dense). Gynecomastia can be observed if it isn't bothersome. It's a cosmetic procedure. Anytime there is surgery there will be scars. The scars are generally well hidden or camouflaged around the areola. This is the trade-off. So in very mild cases, it may make more sense to wait.
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November 21, 2014
Answer: Can True Gynecomastia (Glandular Tissues) Be Cured by Liposuction? Liposuction is an effective technique to treat gynecomastia. It there is significant skin excess, additional skin excisions techniques may be needed. John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICS
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November 21, 2014
Answer: Can True Gynecomastia (Glandular Tissues) Be Cured by Liposuction? Liposuction is an effective technique to treat gynecomastia. It there is significant skin excess, additional skin excisions techniques may be needed. John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICS
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